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VIDEO: 'A hero of South African rugby' heads to Ellis Park

SPOTLIGHT: Former Springbok prop Julian Redelinghuys says there is much more to Frans Malherbe than just his work in the scrums.

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VIDEO: Moodie's full circle moment in Cape Town

SPOTLIGHT: February 8, 2025, will be a date that will forever be remembered in the Moodie household.

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Super Rugby Pacific, Round One - Teams and Predictions

PREVIEW: Super Rugby champions the Blues, strengthened by the return of Beauden Barrett, have high hopes of back-to-back titles as the competition returns this week, but are wary of Australian sides bolstered by the collapse of the Melbourne Rebels.

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Bok stars combine to build something 'special' at Cheetahs

SPOTLIGHT: Former Springbok utility back Frans Steyn has a clear vision for the Cheetahs as he steps into the hot seat ahead of the SA Cup.

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Stormers eye big boost for Lions clash

SPOTLIGHT: The Stormers will be hoping they can bolster their forward pack so that they can make Frans Malherbe's 150th appearance a memorable one against the Lions on Saturday.

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Premier South African ball carrier reveals his future plans

TRANSFER NEWS: Former Stormers loose forward Jaco Coetzee has confirmed his next move.

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Lions' future taking shape with latest signing

NEWS: The Lions have continued their re-signing spree.

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Neutral venue confirmed for Boks' Rugby Champs finale

NEWS: The Springboks will be heading north for one of their Rugby Championship showdowns this year.

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The Bulls' inside man against Sharks

For any athlete playing against your former team can be a double-edged sword.

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Defending Varsity Cup champs to attack 2025 title

INTERVIEW: The prospect of a second-consecutive Varsity Cup title won’t curb the Shimlas’ penchant for attacking rugby in the next instalment of the tournament.

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WRU statement reveals caretaker boss as Gatland breaks silence

UPDATE: Cardiff head coach Matt Sherratt will lead Wales for the final three matches of the 2025 ix Nations Championship.

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New King of URC: Bok takes Kitshoff's crown

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Ox Nche famously maintains that 'Salads don’t win scrums' and, whatever his diet is, it’s certainly working.

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Lions secure signature of future Springbok

With the transfer rumours always circulating and the Lions the regular target, the Johannesburg franchise has managed to secure some quality names.

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Gatland says goodbye as one of SA's best emerges as candidate

SPOTLIGHT: It seems a few names have been thrown into the coaching hat after Warren Gatland left his role as Wales' head coach with immediate effect.

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France star hits disciplinary stumbling block

DISCIPLINARY UPDATE: France flyhalf Romain Ntamack will miss this month's Six Nations trip to Italy due to a suspension despite an attempt to make him available, a source in Les Bleus' set-up told AFP.

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The life of a second-gen Springbok

André-Hugo Venter’s childhood was like no other.

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VIDEO: White explains his URC plan

VIDEO: The Bulls are on a trajectory to climb the United Rugby Championship ladder but do they really want to claim the top spot?

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URC, Round 11 - match official appointments

NEWS: The match officials appointments of the United Rugby Championship Round 11 fixtures have been confirmed.

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The leading man of European rugby revealed

NEWS: The European Professional Club Rugby has unveiled their Chairman until June 2028.

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Super Rugby to adopt more fan-focused law innovations

NEWS: With the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season just days away, the competition has reiterated its commitment to ongoing improvement of the on-field product through law innovation, while also introducing new initiatives to elevate the fan experience.

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'Dagger in the heart': Wallaby star opens up on B&I Lions goal

SPOTLIGHT: Kurtley Beale has described his Achilles tendon injury as like a dagger to the heart, but says it happened for a reason and won't stop him from attempting to resurrect his Wallaby career.

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High-riding Bulls face healthy management headache

OPINION: The bonus-point victory in Cape Town has provided the Bulls with some breathing room, yet Jake White faces some difficult decisions at a key stage of the season.

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NZ Rugby takes legal action against Man United co-owner

NEWS: New Zealand Rugby said Tuesday it was launching legal action against British chemicals giant Ineos, accusing the company of walking away from a sponsorship deal.

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Wallaroos' World Cup prep taken to the next level

NEWS: Wallaroos head coach Jo Yapp and her coaching team will closely monitor 46 contracted players as they prepare for the 2025 World Cup.

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Three takeaways from the Six Nations

SPOTLIGHT: Ireland stayed on course for an unprecedented third successive Six Nations title with a dominant defeat of Scotland, England returned to winning ways against France and Italy inflicted fresh misery upon Wales.

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Wales players feeling frustrated, devastated

NEWS: Nick Tompkins admits Wales’ current situation is “devastating” as another Six Nations campaign appears on the verge of ruins.

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Biarritz terminate Dakuwaqa contract after biting incident

NEWS: Rio 2016 Olympic rugby gold medallist Masivesi Dakuwaqa has left Biarritz after biting a teammate during a night out last month, the second-tier club said on Monday.

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Munster secure services of loosehead prop

CONTRACT EXTENSION: Munster has announced a two-year contract extension for loosehead prop Josh Wycherley.

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Junior Boks off to Georgia for fine-tuning

NEWS: A squad of 30 players will depart to Georgia on Sunday as the Junior Springboks kick off their 2025 season with a short tour, which features three matches and forms an integral part of the national Under-20 group’s preparations for the forthcoming season.

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Townsend: 'If it happened again, I'd be more concerned'

NEWS: Gregor Townsend called for a sense of perspective to be applied in the wake of Scotland’s chastening 18-32 defeat by Ireland as he pointed out that it would have been a “massive shock” if his side had turned over the defending Six Nations champions at Murrayfield on Sunday.

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Arendse scores to seal close win against Hansen's Verblitz

ROUND SIX WRAP: Springbok wing Kurt-Lee Arendse crossed the whitewash to add more misery to former All Black coaches Steve Hansen and Ian Foster's Verblitz in Japan Rugby League One.

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Bulls flag bearers for club rugby

SPOTLIGHT: The Blue Bulls Rugby Union's new club competition, the Super League is another innovation from the Pretoria-based outfit to strengthen the game at an amateur level. 

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VIDEO: Moerat slams Stormers' inability to execute half-time message

SPOTLIGHT: WATCH as Stormers captain Salmaan Moerat bemoaned his side's inability to get a fast start against the Bulls in their rescheduled Round One United Rugby Championship 32-33 loss.

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Lions lock in bruising loose forward 

CONTRACT EXTENSION: The Lions have announced the re-signing of No. 8 Francke Horn who has committed his future to the Johannesburg-based outfit. 

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Update provided on Scotland duo following head clash

INJURY UPDATE: Scotland coach Gregor Townsend suggested a head clash between co-captain Finn Russell and Darcy Graham during a Six Nations defeat by Ireland may not have been as bad as first feared.

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Simon Easterby: 'We keep getting better'

REACTION: Simon Easterby hailed ruthless Ireland as they kept Scotland “at arm’s length” to steal a significant march in their quest to land a third consecutive Six Nations title with a bonus-point 32-18 triumph at Murrayfield.

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Second-tier European quartet book '27 World Cup berths

NEWS: Portugal and Spain qualified Sunday for the men's 2027 World Cup in Australia taking Romania and Georgia with them as the quartet reached the semi-finals in the Rugby Europe Championship.

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Player Ratings: Scotland

OPINION: Scotland’s hopes of launching a credible Six Nations challenge suffered a major setback as they suffered an 11th successive defeat by Ireland, equalling their worst-ever sequence against their Celtic cousins.

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Ruthless Ireland pummel Scotland

MATCH REPORT: Ireland kept their Six Nations Grand Slam hopes firmly on track with an 11th victory in a row over a disappointing Scotland at Murrayfield.

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RECAP: Scotland v Ireland

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Six Nations Round Two encounter between Scotland and Ireland in Edinburgh.

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Player Ratings: Ireland

OPINION: Ireland player ratings: Scotland certainly put it up to Ireland in a chaotic 32-18 scrap in Murrayfield, but the men in green showed their class to effectively smother the home side until the result was out of reach.

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Reds eye Super start on back of unbeaten UK tour

NEWS: Wallabies captain Harry Wilson has warned the Reds' impressive United Kingdom tour form "means nothing" unless it transfers to their Super Rugby Pacific season opener.

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VIDEO: The real reason why Willie was selected at flyhalf

WATCH as Bulls Director of Rugby Jake White explains his reasoning for selecting Willie le Roux at flyhalf against the Stormers in the United Rugby Championship clash in Cape Town. 

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WATCH: 'Unlucky moments' decided Stormers' Top 4 race

REACTION: Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson admitted his team's ambition of reaching the United Rugby Championship top four has diminished after Saturday's defeat to Bulls.

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Klein's Cheetahs Queens bag first W of the season

WRAP: The Cheetahs Queens won their first Women’s Premier Division match of the new season in dramatic fashion in Bloemfontein on Saturday, while the Bulls Daisies, Western Province and the Sharks Women also scored significant victories in round three of the competition.

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Beating France just the tip of the iceberg for England

REACTION: England captain Maro Itoje was proud his side delivered on head coach Steve Borthwick's call for "bravery" following a dramatic 26-25 win over France in the Six Nations at Twickenham on Saturday.

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Gatland finally feeling the heat after 14th defeat

REACTION: Head coach Warren Gatland said he and his Wales team are feeling the pressure after Saturday's Six Nations defeat to Italy took their record-breaking losing streak to 14 Tests.

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White gives update on Wiese injury

INJURY UPDATE: Bulls Director of Rugby Jake White provided clarity on utility forward Cobus Wiese who went off in the second half of the Bulls' 33-32 United Rugby Championship victory over the Stormers at the Cape Town Stadium.

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Bulls clinch dramatic victory over Stormers in Cape Town

MATCH REPORT: The Bulls made it seven wins from nine matches in the United Rugby Championship after they edged the Stormers 33-32 in a dramatic North-South derby in Cape Town on Saturday.

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Player Ratings: England

OPINION: Riveting contest and a riveting redemption for the English.

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SHOCK! The other Smith ends France's Grand Slam dream

MATCH REPORT: England bounced back in sublime fashion, snatching a last-gasp victory over France at Twickenham on Saturday.

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Player Ratings: France

OPINION: France’s hopes of a Grand Slam were shattered at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday, as England struck late to win 26-25 in Round Two of the Six Nations.

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RECAP: England v France

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Six Nations Round Two encounter between England and France at Twickenham Stadium in London.

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Player Ratings: Wales

OPINION: Wales player ratings: Warren Gatland’s Wales have plumbed new depths in Rome, losing to Italy 22-15 at the Stadio Olimpico.

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RECAP: Italy v Wales

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Six Nations Round Two encounter between Italy and Wales in Rome.

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Italy hand sorry Wales another dismal defeat in Six Nations

MATCH REPORT: Italy handed Wales a record-extending 14th consecutive Test defeat on Saturday after triumphing 22-15 in the Six Nations in front of delighted fans in Rome.

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Player Ratings: Italy

OPINION: Italy player ratings: Was this a coming-of-age moment for the Azzurri? The Italians took to the field with hopes higher than the Leaning Tower of Pisa and successfully faced down a lame duck Wales’ side 22- 15 in torrid conditions in Rome.

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RECAP: Stormers v Bulls

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the rescheduled United Rugby Championship Round One encounter between the Stormers and Bulls at Cape Town Stadium.

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Reds send a Super message with performance against URC's Ulster

SPOTLIGHT: Wallaby captain Harry Wilson has warned the Queensland Reds' impressive United Kingdom tour form "means nothing" unless it transfers to their Super Rugby Pacific season opener.

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Scotland v Ireland - teams and prediction

ROUND TWO PREVIEW: Scotland face a severe examination of their Six Nations title credentials when they try to end a 10-match losing streak against double defending champions Ireland at Murrayfield on Sunday.

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Quartet of teams one win away from World Cup 2027 qualification

NEWS: Four teams are one win away from claiming the four direct places available to European teams in the World Cup 2027 qualification process.

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Stormers v Bulls - teams and prediction

PREVIEW: It is do or die for the Stormers against the Bulls in Cape Town on Saturday.

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Maro Itoje reveals huge sacrifice to achieve England goals

SPOTLIGHT: England captain Maro Itoje has revealed he turned down lucrative offers from French rugby clubs in order to fulfil his international ambitions.

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'No reason' why All Blacks can't overthrow the Springboks

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Rugby legend Richie McCaw made a very bold prediction regarding All Blacks' status in 2025.

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CONFIRMED: White makes his Willie le Roux move

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Bulls Director of Rugby Jake White has named his team to face the Stormers in Cape Town on Saturday.

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World Rankings: Springboks' advantage to be cut?

SPOTLIGHT: World Rugby has published the ranking permutations for this weekend's second rounds of the Six Nations and Rugby Europe Men's Championship and the Rugby Africa Men's Cup Repechage 2025 final.

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Italy v Wales - Teams and Prediction

ROUND TWO PREVIEW: Wales face off with Italy in Rome on Saturday trying to end a record-breaking run of defeats in what will likely be the key clash in the battle to avoid the Six Nations' wooden spoon.

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Three changes as Scotland also follow Bok trend

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has made three changes for their Six Nations Round Two fixture against Ireland on Sunday.

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Former Bull to haunt White in Cape Town

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Ex-Bulls utility back Wandisile Simelane has been named at outside centre against his former team in the big North-South United Rugby Championship clash in Cape Town.

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Key figure returns for Ireland

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Ireland's interim head coach Simon Easterby has made two changes to the squad that will take on Scotland in the Six Nations Round Two match.

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Massive top-of-the-table clash in Wellington

PREVIEW ROUND THREE: Scorching conditions are expected in the Western Cape this weekend, and the on-field action will be just as hot when the two top sides on the Women’s Premier Division log, the Boland Dames and the Bulls Daisies, clash in Wellington on Saturday.

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England v France - teams and prediction

ROUND TWO PREVIEW: France coach Fabien Galthie expects a struggling England to provide a "fierce" Six Nations challenge for his in-form side on Saturday.

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Save the Date: The Biggest Schoolboy Games of 2025

SPOTLIGHT: Rugby365 runs the rule over the biggest derbies, interprovincial battles and festival match-ups that will make the 2025 schoolboy season one to remember.

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Wales hooker extends Rodney Parade stay

CONTRACT EXTENSION: The Dragons have announced that Wales international Elliot Dee has agreed a new long-term contract with the Newport club.

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Itoje highlights 'non-negotiable' to upset France

SPOTLIGHT: England captain Maro Itoje has insisted physicality is "non-negotiable" as his side look to revive their Six Nations campaign against France at Twickenham on Saturday.

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Munster sign Irish qualified England centre

TRANSFER NEWS: Munster has confirmed the signing of exciting young centre Dan Kelly from Leicester Tigers ahead of the 2025/26 season on a two-year contract.

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Wallabies suffer huge Joe Schmidt blow

NEWS: Joe Schmidt will step down as Wallaby coach at the end of the Rugby Championship in a blow to Australia's World Cup hopes.

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VIDEO: Will this Bulls star get a phone call from Rassie?

SPOTLIGHT: Bulls hooker Akker van der Merwe's dream to represent the Springboks are still alive and well, despite heading into his golden playing years.

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Italy coach makes one big change for Wales clash

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Italy coach Gonzalo Quesada made one change to his team on Thursday for this weekend's Six Nations clash with Wales in Rome which may well decide who ends up with the wooden spoon.

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France coach Galthie reveals playmaker change for England clash

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Matthieu Jalibert replaces the suspended Romain Ntamack for France's Six Nations game at England this weekend, head coach Fabien Galthie announced on Thursday.

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CONFIRMED: The other Smith gets England's No.10 jersey

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Fin Smith and Marcus Smith are both in England's backline for Saturday's Six Nations clash against France at Twickenham, with Fin Smith starting at flyhalf for the first time.

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Bath sign England back from Racing 92

NEWS: England back Henry Arundell will return to the English Premiership next season after agreeing a three-year deal with Bath, meaning he will be eligible for national team selection again.

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Bok Women Sevens' comeback trail starts on home soil

NEWS: The Springbok Women’s Sevens team will start their quest to regain their World Series core team status for next season on home soil with the announcement that the Mother City will host the first two of three Challenger tournaments.

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Sungoliath bench Kolbe in JRLO Round Seven

ROUND SEVEN PREVIEW: Last year’s finalists will have a spotlight on them in this weekend’s Round Seven of Japan Rugby League One, as the race for the title starts getting serious.

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Stormers prop's daunting task against URC's 'best'

SPOTLIGHT: Stormers loosehead prop Sti Sithole had a lot of praise for Bulls tighthead Wilco Louw ahead of their meeting in the rescheduled Round One United Rugby Championship clash on Saturday.

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SA Rugby takes first step in new process after equity flop

NEWS: The South African Rugby Union (SARU) will appoint a financial institution to review the rugby’s financial ecosystem, the union’s membership decided at a General Council meeting in Johannesburg on Thursday.

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Experienced forward back for Wales

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Taulupe Faletau will play his first Test in 16 months as Wales seek to end their record 13-match losing streak against Italy in Saturday's Six Nations clash in Rome.

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Scotland star to leave Edinburgh after 11 years

NEWS: Scotland’s Jamie Ritchie is set to leave Edinburgh after 11 years to join Perpignan at the end of the season

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Young guns sign on dotted line for Lions

NEWS: A few more players have signed on the dotted line for the Lions.

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Stars come out for Super Rugby Pacific launch at the beach

NEWS: As the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season kicked off in Sydney this week, one specific player caught most of the attention.

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France star banned, misses England showdown

NEWS: France flyhalf Romain Ntamack was ruled out of this weekend's Six Nations showdown with bitter rivals England after being hit with a three-week ban, officials said.

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VIDEO: Bulls No. 9 on the Willie factor

VIDEO: One team might take the field with one of the most experienced backs in the country at flyhalf while the other could be forced to fall back on one of their youngsters.

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'Tongan thor' gives verdict on joining Waratahs

SPOTLIGHT: Reluctant recruit Taniela Tupou is suddenly loving life in Sydney and talking about helping restore the Waratahs to past glories.

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Cheetahs to knock doors down to get what they deserve

SPOTLIGHT: Rory Duncan is on a mission to make the Cheetahs great again.

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'No quick fix' for Steve Borthwick's England

SPOTLIGHT: Former England forward Courtney Lawes believes there is a "long hard road" ahead for Steve Borthwick's side as they prepare to face France in the Six Nations at Twickenham on Saturday.

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All Black veteran's big call for Super Rugby shake-up

SPOTLIGHT: All Black flyhalf Beauden Barrett wants to see a return to Japanese involvement in Super Rugby Pacific, believing it would strengthen the competition and make it more attractive to players.

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Force captain re-signs after breakout year for Wallabies

NEWS: Rugby Australia and the Western Force have announced the re-signing of Wallabies lock Jeremy Williams for another two years.

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Ireland duo to miss Scotland clash

SPOTLIGHT: Ireland will be without a couple of big forwards when they face Scotland at Murrayfield in Round Two of the Six Nations.

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Why Dupont is not the GOAT...yet

WATCH as the hugely popular BOKS OFFICE crew discuss the hype surrounding the France scrumhalf Antoine Dupont.

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'Very serious': The latest on injured Bok star

INJURY UPDATE: After months of downplaying Eben Etzebeth's injury, the Sharks have finally given a true account of the Springbok's state.

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Sharks winger handed ban for Arms Park scuffle

NEWS: Springbok wing Makazole Mapimpi has been banned for three games following an eye gouge in the Sharks' United Rugby Championship clash with Cardiff at the Arms Park.

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VIDEO: 'Better years for Bok Women'

WATCH as Springbok Women's assistant coach Laurian Johannes-Haupt relays a very optimistic message regarding the preparation of her team for the World Cup.

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Lions prop snubs Toulouse to extend Ellis Park stay

CONTRACT EXTENSION: Lions prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye has extended his contract with the Johannesburg-based franchise following speculation over his future.

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Why Bulls are so 'confident' heading into Stormers clash

SPOTLIGHT: Bulls hooker Akker van der Merwe believes that his side's first United Rugby Championship win over the Stormers last season makes this weekend's clash an equal playing field. 

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Wallaroos suffer major World Cup setback

INJURY UPDATE: The Wallaroos and NSW Waratahs have been dealt a major blow with leading lock Atasi Lafai suffering a shocking knee injury.

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Blues lose rookie All Black lock

INJURY UPDATE: All Blacks and Blues lock Sam Darry has been ruled out for the entire Super Rugby season according to a report by the New Zealand Herald.

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Beauden Barrett's bold statement on Aussie Super Rugby sides

SPOTLIGHT: All Black superstar Beauden Barrett has given Australia's bolstered Super Rugby Pacific sides the nod of approval, even claiming New Zealand's decades-long domination of the competition could be under threat.

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Inspirational All Black prop retires

NEWS: Blues and All Black prop Karl Tu'inukuafe has announced his retirement from rugby following an inspirational rise to the highest level.

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France prop willing to take a backseat for Dupont

SPOTLIGHT: France's hopes of a rare away win over England on Saturday in the Six Nations will hinge on the impact of scrumhalf Antoine Dupont.

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Bulls stalwarts expected to return for Challenge Cup play-offs

INJURY UPDATE: The Bulls provided an update on the injuries of co-captains Ruan Nortje and Elrigh Louw, and flyhalf Johan Goosen.

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England to spring big backline surprise for France showdown?

SPOTLIGHT: England could unleash playmakers Marcus Smith and Fin Smith in the backline against France in a bid to revive their Six Nations title challenge.

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Varsity Cup: Big talking points ahead of 2025 showpiece

SPOTLIGHT: Rugby365 shines a light on reigning champions Shimlas, the long Western Cape trophy drought, and Tuks’ return to the big time ahead of the 2025 Varsity Cup tournament.

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VIDEO: Bulls get a Storm warning from an unsung hero

VIDEO: Harold Vorster might not be the first name on fans' lips if they're asked to highlight a star in the Bulls' backline.

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Wales hopeful on experienced forward's return

INJURY UPDATE: Wales will be banking on the experienced Taulupe Faletau and Aaron Wainwright to be fit ahead of their Six Nations clash against Italy this weekend.

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URC, Round One (rescheduled) - match offical appointments

NEWS: The match official appointments for the United Rugby Championship rescheduled Round One fixture between the Stormers and Bulls has been confirmed. 

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Ireland warned against 'formidable' Scotland

SPOTLIGHT: Ireland interim head coach Simon Easterby has warned his Six Nations title-chasers that Scotland are capable of unleashing a formidable attack against them this weekend.

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SA scrumhalf with 'huge potential' signs for Van Graan's Bath

TRANSFER NEWS: Johann van Graan has bolstered his Bath squad for the 2024/2025 season by signing a South African scrumhalf.

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Ulster lose coach mid-season

NEWS: Ulster has confirmed that Jonny Bell has left his role as defence coach of the senior men’s team by mutual consent.

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Scotland rope in experienced Edinburgh lock

NEWS: Edinburgh lock Sam Skinner has been added to the Scotland squad ahead of Sunday's Six Nations clash with Ireland at Murrayfield.

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CONFIRMED: England speedster suffers blow ahead of France clash

SQUAD UPDATE: England head coach Steve Borthwick has been forced to tweak his squad ahead of Saturday's Six Nations Round Two clash against France at Twickenham Stadium.

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Bomb Squad trend about balance, not numbers

OPINION: England will not replicate the Springboks’ second-half successes until they strike a better balance between youth and experience across the matchday squad.

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Bok coach joins New Zealand team

NEWS: A familiar face has joined the Highlanders' training camp ahead of the Super Rugby Pacific season.

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Stormers v Bulls - Who are the real frontrunners?

STAT ATTACK: As we build up to another mouthwatering clash between South Africa's biggest domestic rivals - the Stormers and Bulls, @rugby365com takes a trip down memory lane exploring the great history between these two proud unions. 

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'Formidable' Bok lock passes away

NEWS: President of the South African Rugby Union Mark Alexander paid tribute to former Springbok lock Sakkie de Klerk, who passed away on Friday at the age of 86.

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Lions bid No. 10 farewell as exit is confirmed

NEWS: Sanele Nohamba has been granted an early release from his contract with the Lions to pursue his career in Japan.

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VIDEO: The standout performers from Round One of Six Nations

SPOTLIGHT: Round One of the 2025 Six Nations is done and dusted and a few players produced some eye-catching performances.

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Junkyard Dog's new tricks: how Red can live up to hype

NEWS: Tim Ryan wasn't sure what to do when a group of children started barking at him during a Reds pre-season meet-and-greet.

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Fire in the belly for 'stitched up' Western Force

NEWS: Nic White reckons the Western Force have been stitched up by the Super Rugby fixturing, but he's backing his side to buck the odds and gatecrash the finals.

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Stormers camp prepping for Le Roux at No.10

SPOTLIGHT: It seems like the idea to start Willie le Roux in the Bulls' No.10 jersey could materialize this Saturday in Cape Town.

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Stormers hoping on Springbok boost for Bulls clash

INJURY UPDATE: With Stormers dealing with a spate of injuries at the moment, assistant coach Norman Laker has delivered some good news ahead of the United Rugby Championship match against the Bulls at the Cape Town Stadium.

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England wing in doubt for France clash

NEWS: Cadan Murley has emerged as a doubt for England’s Six Nations clash with France on Saturday because of a foot problem.

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Ireland call in reinforcements as injury cover

NEWS: Ireland has added Munster’s Thomas Ahern and Connacht’s Shayne Bolton to the Six Nations squad.

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Bok star to go under the knife next week

NEWS: Elrigh Louw will go under the knife next week on Tuesday after suffering a serious injury against the Lions at Ellis Park a fortnight ago.

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Wales call up Scarlets flanker

NEWS: Scarlets flanker Taine Plumtree has been called up to the Wales senior men’s squad.

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Three things we learned from the opening round of Six Nations

SPOTLIGHT: Ireland began their bid for an unprecedented third successive Six Nationstitle by recovering to beat England to end a weekend when France thrashed Wales and Scotland survived a scare to see off Italy.

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'Work in progress': Update on injured Springbok

WATCH as Springbok and Sharks fullback Aphelele Fassi sheds light on his road to recovery.

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Portugal, Spain on verge of World Cup berth

WRAP: Portugal and Spain are one step away from automatic RWC Qualifier.

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Former Stormer gets Scotland pumped up for Ireland clash

SPOTLIGHT: Huw Jones has challenged Scotland to prove they are true Six Nations title contenders by ending their long losing streak against Ireland.

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Eddie weighs in on England's form against Ireland

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Former England coach and current Japan head coach Eddie Jones was at hand to see England’s opening round fixture with Ireland in Dublin.

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All Black leads Moana Pasifika

NEWS: All Black Ardi Savea will lead Moana Pasifika into a new era, having been named captain for the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season.

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England get a big boost ahead of France clash

SQUAD UPDATE: England head coach Steve Borthwick has bolstered his squad ahead of their Six Nations Round Two clash against France at Twickenham Stadium.

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Bok star gives League convert a rugby lesson

ROUND SIX WRAP: A few Springbok players grabbed the headlines in Round Six of Japan Rugby League One.

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Steve Borthwick explains England's latest setback

REACTION: Steve Borthwick pointed to England’s relative inexperience as he defended recent results following a 22-27 loss to “world-class” Ireland in his side’s Six Nations opener.

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Injury crisis hits Wales

NEWS: Wales coach Warren Gatland has a nervy few days ahead as he waits for the verdict on two injured players.

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Why Dupont is the ultimate all-rounder

REACTION: Antoine Dupont marked his return to Six Nations duty in stunning style as he underlined his billing as the ultimate all-round rugby player by helping France to a crushing 43-0 victory over Wales in Paris on Friday.

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'Krappie' groomed as Faf's successor? 

STAT ATTACK: The rise of Lions scrumhalf Morne van den Berg has been tremendous over the course of the past couple of seasons, as his latest match statistics indicate that he could be the successor to Springbok Faf de Klerk. 

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Springbok Women assemble for second alignment camp

NEWS: A group of 34 players will assemble in Pretoria on Sunday for the Springbok Women’s second alignment camp of the year, as the national team’s preparations for the World Cup in England in Augustus pick up pace.

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Impressive Daisies lay down marker in Premier Division

WRAP: The Bulls Daisies made it very clear that they are not giving an inch in the defence of their Women's Premier Division title when they totally outplayed Western Province in Pretoria on Saturday.

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Brumbies and Waratahs share thrilling pre-season draw

MATCH REPORT: The Brumbies and Waratahs started preparations for their 2025 Super Rugby Pacific campaign with an entertaining 36-36 draw in a trial match in Bowral.

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The most important element of Scotland's win over Italy

REACTION: Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend praised the mental strength of his side after they beat Italy 31-19 in their Six Nations opener at Murrayfield on Saturday.

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Player Ratings: Ireland

OPINION: Simon Easterby’s Ireland were the second-best side in the first forty, but a strong final 30 minutes for the home side eventually saw them find their way to a 27-22 win against a resolute England.

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Player Ratings: England

OPINION: Same old England. Plenty of vim and vigour as usual to carve out a promising situation and then they lost… as usual.

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Ireland fight back to sink England in Dublin showdown

MATCH REPORT: Ireland had to come from behind as they launched their bid for an unprecedented third successive Six Nations title with a hard-fought 27-22 win over England in Dublin on Saturday.

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RECAP: Ireland v England

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Six Nations Round One encounter between Ireland and England at Lansdowne Road in Dublin.

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Player ratings: Scotland

OPINION: Scotland player ratings: Scotland’s Six Nations campaign got off to a winning start with a five-try, 31-19 bonus-point victory over Italy at Murrayfield.

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Nervy win for Scotland after surviving Italy comeback

MATCH REPORT: A hat-trick of tries by Huw Jones inspired Scotland to a 31-19 victory over Italy in their Six Nations match at Murrayfield on Saturday.

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'We're gutted with the result'

REACTION: Wales' Six Nations campaign kicked off horrendously in Paris on Friday.

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'There is a culture in rugby we need to shift'

SPOTLIGHT: From a very young age, we have been taught that there is no 'I' in team. 

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RECAP: Scotland v Italy

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Six Nations Round One encounter between Scotland and Italy at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh.

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Reds record massive victory in Bristol

MATCH REPORT: The Reds kicked off their pre-season in style, with six tries in each half propelling them to an 82-21 victory over English Premiership side Bristol Bears at Ashton Gate in fresh 7-degree conditions.

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VIDEO: The challenges of being the 'face and voice' of the Springboks

SPOTLIGHT: Jean de Villiers has experienced many highs and lows during his professional rugby career and as Springbok captain he has seen it all.

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Australia

Wallabies' wonderkid's Super debut put on ice

NEWS: A minor knee injury has prompted the NSW Waratahs to postpone code-hopping superstar Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii's much-anticipated club debut.

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Pressure mounts on Gatland as France whitewash Wales

MATCH REPORT: France got their Six Nations campaign off to a perfect start, a 43-0 whitewash of Wales at Stade de France in Paris on Friday.

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Player ratings: France

OPINION: Ian Cameron rates the French players after their 43-0 whitewash og Wales in the Six Nations opener.

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Player ratings: Wales

OPINION: Josh Raisey rates the Wales players after their 043 whitewash loss to France in theSix Nations opener.

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RECAP: France v Wales

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Six Nations Round One encounter between France and Wales at Stade de France.

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Ireland set for 'ultimate test'

INTERVIEW: Ireland captain Caelan Doris expects his side to face the "ultimate test" when they launch their bid for an unprecedented third successive Six Nations title against England in Dublin on Saturday.

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European Cup

The axe comes down on French giant's coach

NEWS: Stuart Lancaster’s time at Racing 92 is officially over, with sources confirming the former England boss has left the Top 14 giants with immediate effect.

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North-South derby takes centre stage in Women's Premier Division

PREVIEW ROUND TWO: In a replay of last season's Women's Premier Division Final in Pretoria, the title holders Bulls Daisies host the Western Province Women in Round Two at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.

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Scotland v Italy - teams and prediction

ROUND ONE PREVIEW: Scotland and Italy are set to face off in what promises to be a fascinating clash in the 2025 Six Nations at Murrayfield on Saturday.

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Ireland v England - Teams and Prediction

ROUND ONE PREVIEW: Sam Prendergast will be in the spotlight when Ireland start their quest for an unprecedented third successive Six Nations title against England in Dublin on Saturday.

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Six Nations teams' strengths and weaknesses

SPOTLIGHT: Ireland bid to become the first team to win an unprecedented third successive Six Nations title with second favourites France getting the tournament underway at home to ailing Wales on Friday.

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Reds name 13 Wallabies in historic clash with Bears

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Reds Head Coach Les Kiss has named 13 Wallabies to start the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific pre-season against English Premiership contenders Bristol Bears in chilly conditions on Friday night.

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Big names open up on Canberra World Cup snub

NEWS: Brumbies coach Stephen Larkham is disappointed for Canberran fans after the nation's capital was snubbed from hosting matches at the 2027 World Cup.

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Currie Cup

And the Lions' No. 10 jersey goes to?

NEWS: Kade Wolhuter will wear the No. 10 jersey for a Lions XV in a friendly against the Pumas in the Bosveld Cup in Nylstroom on Saturday.

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Australia

Wallabies set for Eddie Jones reunion

NEWS: The Wallabies have locked in a Tokyo grudge match with Eddie Jones' Japan in Tokyo.

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Easterby names Ireland team for 'electric start'

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Interim coach Simon Easterby has named the Ireland team for Saturday's opening s Six Nations clash against England at a sold-out Lansdowne Road stadium.

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World Rankings: A top four shake-up?

SPOTLIGHT: The Springboks kicked off the New Year at the top of the World Rugby Rankings and looked down on their rivals for the whole of January 2025.

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Bulls to unearth more 'hidden talents' in new competition?

SPOTLIGHT: Bulls President Willem Strauss stressed the importance of club rugby as a new cross-border provincial competition was launched at Loftus Versfeld on Thursday.

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Italy name experienced outfit for Murrayfield battle

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Italy head coach Gonzalo Quesada selected a strong outfit that will face Scotland at Murrayfield in their Six Nations opener on Saturday.

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Scotland's new-look team for season-opener unveiled

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Stafford McDowall will start at inside centre in Scotland’s opening Six Nations match against Italy on Saturday.

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Wales out 'to prove people wrong'

SPOTLIGHT: Wales captain Jac Morgan said on Thursday that his team would be using pre-tournament negativity surrounding their hopes in the Six Nations as motivation before the opener against France.

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Bok centre's mammoth task to contain League convert

ROUND SIX PREVIEW: Fresh from their first win of the season, at the fifth attempt, Tokyo Sungoliath coach Kosei Ono has had an extra week to prepare for their next challenge: a trip to Iwata Stadium to tackle the competition’s most improved outfit, Blue Revs.

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Madibaz incorporate Judo in preparation for Varsity Shield

SPOTLIGHT: Judo sessions and daily workshops on team standards and culture have become the norm for Madibaz rugby coach David Manuel's charges while preparing for the annual Varsity Shield season.

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World Rugby reveals host cities for World Cup 2027

NEWS: World Rugby has officially unveiled the seven host cities for World Cup 2027.

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VIDEO: Lions' pivotal poser as month of derbies looms

WATCH as Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen discusses his options at flyhalf ahead of a month of crucial domestic derbies in the URC.

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France v Wales - teams and prediction

ROUND ONE PREVIEW: Fabien Galthie's in-form France start this year's Six Nations by hosting struggling Wales on Friday with the head coach fully aware of the challenge of winning the title.

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Leicester to line up Cheika's replacement

NEWS: Leicester Tigers confirmed that Michael Cheika will not continue in his role as head coach beyond the current season.

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Japan take 'rugby hub' status to next level

NEWS: The recently announced signing of former England Under-20 captain Lewis Chessum by Dynaboars has highlighted the increasing flow of players from the northern hemisphere into Japan Rugby League One. 

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Varsity Cup/Shield 2025 - fixtures and kick-off times

The 2025 edition of the Varsity Cup will kick-off on Monday, February 17 - with UCT hosting the North West University Eagles at the Green Mile in Cape Town.

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VIDEO: Bulls aim for a big 'home run'

WATCH as Bulls Director of Rugby Jake White looks at his team's run-in to the URC play-offs.

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Australia

Pressure builds as Wallabies set deadline for Joe Schmidt

SPOTLIGHT: Rugby Australia CEO Phil Waugh wants to resolve the uncertainty surrounding Joe Schmidt's future as Wallabies coach by the start of the new Super Rugby Pacific season in a fortnight.

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WATCH: BTS with Black Ferns

Take a look at all the behind-the-scenes action with the Black Ferns as they work their way to the Perth SVNS Final.

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Ireland playmakers lack Sexton's quality

SPOTLIGHT: Ireland's chances of an unprecedented third successive Six Nations title are hindered by flyhalf options that are "a distance away from being Grand Slam winning playmakers" Irish rugby great Hugo MacNeill told AFP.

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Dupont's France aim to dethrone Ireland

SEASON PREVIEW: A France side bolstered by Antoine Dupont will begin their quest to deny Ireland an unprecedented third successive Six Nations title when they launch this year's edition at home to Wales on Friday.

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Galthie defends controversial selection

SPOTLIGHT: France head coach Fabien Galthie defended his selection of the accused rape duo Hugo Auradou and Oscar Jegou ahead of their Six Nations opener against Wales.

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RIP: French Grand Slam winner dies

NEWS: Arnaldo Gruarin, a member of the France squad that secured their first ever Five Nations Grand Slam in 1968, has died aged 86.

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Gatland wary of 'humble' Dupont

REACTION: Warren Gatland says he has "huge" respect for Antoine Dupont as Wales bid to end their long losing streak in a Six Nations opener against France, captained by the star scrumhalf.

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Vermeulen and Wilson receive their DC verdicts

NEWS: Harry Wilson (Saracens) and Jacques Vermeulen (Exeter Chiefs) have both been slapped with bans for foul play.

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Wales star back to salvage Gatland's second stint

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT Wales head coach Warren Gatland has named his team to play France in the opening match of the 2025 Six Nations at Stade de France, Paris on Friday.

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The South African at the heart of the Scarlets revival

SPOTLIGHT: The Scarlets' improvement from last season has been clear to see. Dwayne Peel's side looks to be a much more well-rounded outfit compared to previous seasons.

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All Black star adds his voice to NZ's eligibility debate

SPOTLIGHT: All Blacks star Beauden Barrett has become the latest player to discuss New Zealand's selection policy.

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Controversial selection for French opener

Team announcement: Oscar Jegou and Hugo Auradou, who were investigated over rape claims last year before they were dismissed, will start on the bench for France's Six Nations opener against Wales, coach Fabien Galthie said on Wednesday.

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Australia

Wallabies' wonderkid faces true litmus test as B&I Lions loom

SPOTLIGHT: He burst onto the rugby scene in empathic fashion, however this upcoming Super Rugby Pacific season will be a massive test for Wallaby star Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii.

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'Joe has been awesome'

SPOTLIGHT: Australian fans can expect razzle-dazzle and bone-rattling collisions when the Wallabies host Fiji for the first time since 2017.

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Snyman SA's Sonny Bill Williams? 

STAT ATTACK: Centre Sonny Bill Williams became an instant XV's fan favourite for his trademark offloading ability when he converted from Rugby League to Union back in 2008, but Springbok RG Snyman's ability to do the same as a forward has caught the eye in recent years. 

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Ireland clarifies status of 'injured' playmaker

INJURY UPDATE: Ireland have given an update on injury concerns surrounding flyhalf Sam Prendergast ahead of Saturday’s Six Nations opener against England in Dublin.

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Scotland provides clarity on Van der Merwe injury

INJURY UPDATE: Steve Tandy indicated that Scotland’s record try-scorer Duhan van der Merwe will be fit and available for selection for Saturday’s Six Nations opener at home to Italy.

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Borthwick deploys Rassie's tactics for the Irish

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Imitation is the sincerest form of flattering.

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Battle of the breakdown: The surprising jackal king

STAT ATTACK: United Rugby Championship Round 10 saw plenty of skill and flair from the backs. However, who did the donkey work at the breakdown?

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England's new move to bridge the gap

NEWS: England is at the forefront of improving the women's game with yet another groundbreaking move.

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WATCH - The curious deal of Benjamin Loader

VIDEO: Ben Loader’s pursuit of playing for England is back on track.

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Stormers, Lions in crisis mode

OPINION: The Stormers and Lions face an uphill battle to qualify for the United Rugby Championship quarterfinals.

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Australia

Bok World Cup winner joins B&I Lions

NEWS: The British & Irish Lions has confirmed three key appointments to Head Coach Andy Farrell’s backroom team.

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Japan duo get Super Rugby contracts

NEWS: Japanese pair Mio Yamanaka and Megumi Takagi will join the Western Force as the side prepare for the 2025 Super Rugby Women.

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'An uncertain road ahead' for Bok star after serious injury

SPOTLIGHT: A Springbok star took to social media to give fans a bit of an update after he suffered a knee injury over the weekend.

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Wallabies line up Fiji as B&I Lions 'practice'

NEWS: Australia will host Fiji in Newcastle on Sunday, July 6, in what will be their only hit out before the highly anticipated three-Test series against the British & Irish Lions.

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Veteran Coetzee still delivers the goods

STAT ATTACK: Bulls loose forward Marcell Coetzee's efforts in the Trans-Jukskei derby against the Lions tells the tale in his side's 37-22 United Rugby Championship win over the Lions at Ellis Park.

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Big names help Junior Boks get the ball rolling

SPOTLIGHT: Two familiar faces were spotted at the SA Rugby Academy camp in Stellenbosch, where the Under-20s kicked off their preparation for the year in hot and windy conditions.

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Mixed feelings for Snyman as BlitzBoks finish fourth

REACTION: The Springbok Sevens’ performance on the final day of the HSBC SVNS Perth was not what he expected, but BlitzBok coach Philip Snyman was still happy about their fourth-place finish as that was one of their objectives at the start of the season.

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Gatland to turn Wales' fortunes around

SPOTLIGHT: Former Wales prop Adam Jones is confident that coach Warren Gatland can revive the team's fortunes after 12 straight defeats as they prepare to face France in a daunting Six Nations opener on Friday.

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Scrumhalf boost for England ahead of Six Nations opener

INJURY UPDATE: England’s prospects of causing an upset against Ireland have improved after scrumhalf Alex Mitchell was cleared to take part in the Six Nations opener in Dublin.

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Scotland hooker backs team to win Six Nations

SPOTLIGHT: Ewan Ashman is relishing the prospect of starting a Six Nations match for the first time in his career after emerging as Scotland’s first-choice hooker in the lead-up to the championship.

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VIDEO: The backline gamble that 'backfired badly' on Stormers

WATCH as Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson takes ownership of a selection gamble that backfired.

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Plumtree pleased despite 'stressed' Sharks defense

REACTION: The Sharks' head coach John Plumtree is a very pleased figure after his team's 42-22 win over Cardiff in Round 10 of the United Rugby Championship.

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Scotland coach Townsend unveils shock call-up ahead of Six Nations

SQUAD UPDATE: Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has called up five players ahead of the opening weekend of the Six Nations when his side take on Italy at Murrayfield.

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Wales call up Ospreys prop

SQUAD UPDATE: Wales have called up Ospreys tighthead prop Ben Warren ahead of the 2025 Six Nations.

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Bulls Daisies kick off three-peat campaign in style

WRAP: The Bulls Daisies showed their mean business as they kicked off their title defence in sublime fashion. 

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Zebre upsets Ulster for a Belfast first

MATCH REPORT: Zebre pulled off a huge shock as they defeated Ulster 15-14 to win for the very first time in Belfast and stun the hosts.

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Glasgow 'B' edges Connacht

REPORT: Glasgow Warriors showed their strength in depth at Scotstoun on Sunday, earning a 22-19 victory over Connacht to keep pace at the top of the United Rugby Championship.

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Furlong setback for Ireland

NEWS: Ireland were dealt a cruel blow on the eve of their Six Nations title defence.

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Bok's heroics not enough to save Sharks

WRAP: Finn Russell starred as English Premiership leaders Bath shattered Sale's unbeaten home record with a 32-23 win at Salford Stadium on Sunday.

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VIDEO: Willie the Bulls' answer at No.10?

WATCH as the Bulls' Director of Rugby Jake White explains why 'experience on the bench' and the new role of Willie le Roux is the way forward for his team's ambitions.

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BlitzBoks stumble; Spain in three-way tie at the top

PERTH WRAP: Argentina become the third tournament winners in as many stops on the HSBS SVNS Series this year

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Racing 92 flirting with relegation

WRAP: Racing 92 extended their Top 14 run without a win to six matches as they were beaten 20-27 by Castres. 

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Mbonambi double helps Sharks sink Cardiff

MATCH REPORT: Springbok hooker Bongi Mbonambi scored two tries as the Sharks recorded a 42-22 away win over Cardiff in Round 10 of the United Rugby Championship.

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VIDEO: 'You can’t buy experience'

REACTION: The Lions' lack of experience in their set-up was a contributing factor in their 22-35 defeat to the Bulls at Ellis Park.

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Munster ease pass Dragons

MATCH REPORT: Munster produced a stunning first-half performance as they defeated struggling Dragons 38-19 in their United Rugby Championship clash at Rodney Parade, with a couple of late tries for the hosts providing a flattering scoreline.

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Gloucester, Chiefs cause double upset

WRAP: The Premiership title race was thrown into turmoil on Saturday.

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Stormers condemn Leinster's 'unsportsmanlike' behaviour

SPOTLIGHT: Stormers captain Deon Fourie didn't mince his words regarding an 'unsportsmanlike' moment during the Capetonians' 12-36 United Rugby Championship Round 10 loss to Leinster. 

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RECAP: Cardiff v Sharks

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the United Rugby Championship Round 10 encounter between Cardiff and the Sharks at Arms Park.

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VIDEO: 'It was a very expensive game'

WATCH as Bulls Director of Rugby Jake White gives a distressing injury update after his team's 35-27 URC win over the Lions.

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Leinster's second half showing floors Stormers

MATCH REPORT: Leinster outscored the Stormers by five tries to two to emerge 36-12 winners keeping their unbeaten United Rugby Championship streak intact.

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Scarlets' South African key to bonus-point win

MATCH REPORT: Scarlets picked up four valuable United Rugby Championship points by winning a dour encounter against Edinburgh 30-24 in Llanelli.

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RECAP: Leinster v Stormers

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the United Rugby Championship Round 10 encounter between Leinster and the Stormers in Dublin.

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The latest on Kitshoff after neck surgery

SPOTLIGHT: The double World Cup-winner Steven Kitshoff remains hopeful of his professional rugby career as he recovers from a neck fusion operation.

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Willie le Roux sparks Bulls to crunch Jukskei derby win

MATCH REPORT: The introduction of Willie le Roux saw the Bulls come from behind to secure a vital 35-22 win over the Lions in a United Rugby Championship crunch match at Ellis Park on Saturday.

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Perth SVNS: Top dogs Australia and New Zealand cruise into semis

DAY TWO WRAP: Hosts Australia and Olympic champions New Zealand on course for a possible final match-up on Australia Day – but France and Canada will want to upset the odds.

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RECAP: Lions v Bulls

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the United Rugby Championship Round 10 encounter between the Lions and Bulls at Ellis Park.

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Perth SVNS: BlitzBoks dominate Fiji for semi spot

DAY TWO WRAP: The BlitzBoks secured back-to-back semifinals with a dominant performance against Fiji on Day Two of the Perth SVNS.

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Harlequins' last surge denies Saints their first away win

MATCH REPORT: Harlequins left it late to snatch victory from Northampton Saints’ grasp with Cassius Cleaves’ second try sealing a 22-19 Premiership victory at The Stoop.

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Kasende scored as Ospreys blank Benetton in one-sided affair

REPORT: In a totally dominant performance Ospreys recorded their biggest league win in seven years, beating Benetton 43-0 in the United Rugby Championship match on Friday.

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VIDEO: Referees #ARE accountable

WATCH as URC Head of Match Officials Tappe Henning explains how match officials are being held accountable.

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VIDEO: The 'special qualities' of a TMO

WATCH as the URC Head of Match Officials Tappe Henning explains what the 'special qualities' of a TMO is.

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Bok scrumhalf gets the green light after injury lay-off

NEWS: Double World Cup winner Cobus Reinach will return from injury for Montpellier this weekend when they travel to Toulouse in the Top 14, the club announced on Friday.

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United Rugby Championship Round 10 - teams and predictions

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY PREVIEW: The United Rugby Championship resumes following the final round of the EPCR - with the Lions kicking-off Saturday's action against the Bulls at Ellis Park in what promise to be a spicy Trans-Jukskei derby. 

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New coaches to challenge Women's Premier Division favourites

PREVIEW, ROUND ONE: Women’s rugby will explode into action this weekend with the first round of the 2025 Women’s Premier Division kick-starting a massive year for the sport, culminating in the World Cup in England in August and September.

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Perth SVNS: BlitzBoks take charge of difficult Pool

DAY ONE WRAP: The BlitzBoks lead a tight Pool A on maximum points after wins over the USA and hosts Australia at the Perth SVNS.

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'Unfinished business': RFU top boss to stay put amid bonus scandal

NEWS: Rugby Football Union's top administrator, Bill Sweeney, insisted he had "never thought about stepping down" following a bitter row over his pay.

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Bok boost for Bulls as Vorster brings up 50

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Bulls centre Harold Vorster will make his 50th United Rugby Championship appearance for the Bulls against his former team, the Lions on Saturday at Ellis Park. 

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Stormers' URC fixture gets a new time slot

NEWS: The Round 13 United Rugby Championship game between Scarlets and Stormers on Saturday, March 22 has been moved.

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Farrell to steer Racing back to winning ways

PREVIEW: Former England captain Owen Farrell says he is still learning about life in France as his struggling Racing 92 welcome Castres in the Top 14 on Saturday a week on from returning from injury.

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Bulls relieved as Goosen's injury is 'not as bad' 

INJURY UPDATE: Bulls Director of Rugby Jake White provided a positive update regarding the injury to flyhalf Johan Goosen. 

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Moerat benched as Fourie leads Stormers against Leinster

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Experienced flank Deon Fourie will lead the Stormers in their Round 10 United Rugby Championship encounter with Leinster in Dublin on Saturday night.

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Uncertainty remains around Etzebeth's concussion issues

INJURY UPDATE: Sharks head coach John Plumtree gave a concerning update around Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth's ongoing concussion issues. 

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A bleak update on injured Pieter-Steph Du Toit

INJURY UPDATE: The two-time World Cup winner Pieter-Steph Du Toit is set to miss the Japan League One season, Verblitz head coach Steve Hansen revealed.

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Latest News

Brumbies opt for consistent leadership

NEWS: Prop Allan Alaalatoa will captain the Brumbies for the sixth year in a row after successfully returning from an ACL injury in 2024.

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Latest News

Lions roll out big guns for Bulls showdown

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The Lions selected a strong outfit that includes four Springboks for their United Rugby Championship Round 10 clash against the Bulls at Ellis Park.

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Latest News

Wales hooker commits to Ospreys

CONTRACT EXTENSION: The Ospreys confirmed on Friday that hooker Dewi Lake had signed a new deal to remain with the club.

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European Cup

Sharks promising back cops three-week ban

DISCIPLINARY UPDATE: Sharks fullback Hakeem Kunene has been suspended for three weeks for a dangerous tackle during the Champions Cup.

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Latest News

No Kolisi as Sharks surprise with captaincy

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The Sharks welcome back a few players to balance those lost to injury as they turn their focus to the United Rugby Championship and their Round 10 clash against Cardiff at the Arms Park on Saturday.

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British & Irish Lions

Farrell to miss British and Irish Lions tour?

SPOTLIGHT: Former England captain Owen Farrell said on Thursday he has not held talks with his dad and head coach Andy Farrell about playing for the British and Irish Lions this year.

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Argentina

Los Pumas stalwart hangs up his boots

NEWS: Argentina flyhalf Nicolas Sanchez, who holds the record for most points scored in a Pumas jersey, has announced his retirement from the game on his Instagram account.

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Latest News

URC, Round 10 - teams and predictions

FRIDAY PREVIEW: The United Rugby Championship returns this weekend and at the halfway stage every game is vital for teams with play-off aspiration.

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Latest News

Next Gen Springboks to work on DNA in first camp of 2025

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: The Junior Springbok season will kick off in all earnest with the invitation of a big group of players to the first SA Rugby Under-20 Academy camp, which will be held at the Stellenbosch Academy of Sport from 26 January 26 to February 16.

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Latest News

Cardiff's slight advantage over Sharks

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Cardiff will have a slight advantage as Johan Mulder will drop some sound advice regarding the set-up of South African teams.

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Countries

Nothing but the best for Snyman's BlitzBoks

SPOTLIGHT: BlitzBoks head coach Philip Snyman is relishing his side's tough pool fixtures for the Perth leg of the HSBC SVNS as he wants his side to face the best in the business as they hunt for back-to-back tournament wins.

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Latest News

De Villiers to help Stormers 'stay in the fight'

SPOTLIGHT: The Stormers will need all the help they can get if they want to cause a huge upset against Leinster in Dublin on Saturday.

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Countries

These 'old' Boks are gold

OPINION: Much has been made of several Springbok players who are heading into their golden Test years come 2027, but their value shouldn't be discarded due to their age. 

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AUDIO: How Bulls Daisies navigate the loss of their Boks

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: As the Bulls Daisies aim for their third successful Women's Premier Division title, the team has a couple of hurdles to overcome.

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Latest News

David Kriel: 'I'm not seeing it as me against my brother'

SPOTLIGHT: Bulls centre David Kriel spoke at an online media conference ahead of his side's United Rugby Championship clash against the Lions which could see him face his brother Richard. 

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Countries

Stormers 'loan' stalwart to Verblitz

TRANSFER NEWS: Japan's Verblitz has signed a Stormers stalwart on a loan-deal for the rest of the season.

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Latest News

AUDIO: Sharks target URC redemption after Euro horror show

SPOTLIGHT: The injury-ravaged Sharks are desperate to salvage something from a season that could leave the high-priced franchise a agitated, tousled team.

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Refs mic'd up to explain 'touchfinder' and other Six Nations law trials

NEWS: Following the success of several law trials and innovations introduced to the 2024 year-end Tests, this year's Six Nations and Under-20 Championships will continue to promote the changes in game approach.

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UK weather puts a spoke in URC wheel

NEWS: The Round 10 United Rugby Championship game between Glasgow Warriors and Connacht has been rescheduled to take place on Sunday, January 26.

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Countries

Jones joins Gatland's coaching team for Six Nations

NEWS: Wales head coach Warren Gatland has bolstered his coaching team ahead of the Six Nations.

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European Cup

Lions kick off EPCR knockouts 

SPOTLIGHT: Following an exciting conclusion of the Champions and Challenge Cup round-robin stage last weekend, the dates, venues, kick-off times have been confirmed for the Round of 16 fixtures. 

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Latest News

Perth SVNS - Round Three

PREVIEW: Sevens fever is set to grip Perth as the city gears up to host the third round of the HSBC SVNS for a second time.

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Latest News

VIDEO: Bulls ready to 'do a job' on the Lions

WATCH as seasoned Bulls outside back Sergeal Phillipe Petersen previews the URC Round 10 encounter with the Lions.

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AUDIO: Bok star to make life difficult for Stormers?

SPOTLIGHT: The Stormers will be in a world of pain if they don't sort out one key area of their game ahead of their clash against Irish juggernauts Leinster.

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Latest News

VIDEO - 'It's personal': Lions to throw punches in Bulls clash

SPOTLIGHT: A clash against the Bulls is "not a normal game" for the Lions.

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Countries

Hansen's 'slight' change of heart on All Blacks selection policy

SPOTLIGHT: Former New Zealand head coach Steve Hansen's stance on the All Blacks's selection policy of players only being eligible to play for the national side if playing domestically is slightly changing in regards to Test players playing in Japan’s Rugby League One .

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Latest News

Collier to lead NZ into Sevens battle

TEAM ANNOUNCENTS: New Zealand Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens teams kick off their 2025 campaigns in Perth this weekend.

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Countries

Scots lose their South African muscle

NEWS: Injuries are continuing to pile up for Scotland ahead of their Six Nations campaign.NEWS: Injuries are continuing to pile up for Scotland ahead of their Six Nations campaign.

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Countries

Dupont to bring his Olympic 'aura'

INTERVIEW: French Olympic star Antoine Dupont will bring his "aura" to Les Bleus as they seek to deny Ireland an unprecedented third successive Six Nations title.

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Latest News

VIDEO: Bulls ready to 'roll the derby dice'

WATCH as Bulls veteran Marcell Coetzee explains the importance of their run of domestic derby matches in the next two months.

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Latest News

Star prop signs on for more in Cape Town

NEWS: The Stormers continue to build their squad, as they signed another prop on a long-term contract.

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Countries

'We take complete responsibility': Galthie defends controversial selections

SPOTLIGHT: France head coach Fabien Galthie said he and his coaches take "complete responsibility" for including two players in his Six Nations squad who were investigated for rape in Argentina before the case was dismissed.

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European Cup

Kolisi on French sides: 'The numbers don't lie'

REACTION: Springbok and Sharks loose forward Siya Kolisi provided a frank assessment of how far behind the South African franchises and other sides are in comparison to the Top 14 outfits like Bordeaux-Begles and Toulouse.

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European Cup

Sharks speedster in hot water, Evan's tackler is off the hook

DISCIPLINARY NEWS: Racing 92 hooker Feleti Kaitu’u will receive no punishment for his tackle on Evan Roos in last Saturday's Champions Cup clash in Paris.

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European Cup

VIDEO: White admits to Champions Cup frustration

VIDEO: Following his side’s seven-try whipping of Stade Francais at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday, the Bulls’ Director of Rugby admitted the frustrations he felt in this year’s Champions Cup.

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Latest News

URC, Round 10 - match official appointments

NEWS: The match officials appointments for the United Rugby Championship Round 10 fixtures have been confirmed.

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European Cup

Scrutiny of SA's Euro shocker

OPINION: Results as well as the key scoring stats show how South Africa's top teams regressed in the latest edition of the Champions Cup.

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Countries

CONFIRMED: England coach makes squad changes after injury woes

SQUAD UPDATE: England head coach Steve Borthwick has been forced to make some changes to his squad ahead of the Six Nations opener against Ireland in Dublin on February 1.

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Taofifenua replaces Toulouse forward in French squad

NEWS: France will be without Anthony Jelonch for the start of their Six Nations campaign after the Toulouse forward withdrew from the squad, the French Rugby Federation (FFR) announced on Monday.

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Countries

New coach for Wales' Women

NEWS: Sean Lynn has been appointed as the new Wales women’s head coach.

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RIP: Springbok wing passes on

OBITUARY: SA Rugby president Mark Alexander has paid tribute to Springbok wing Andy van der Watt who passed away at his home in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands on Sunday, at the age of 78.

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Latest News

Premiership ace joins Borthwick

NEWS: England has appointed Phil Morrow as their head of team performance to fill the vacancy created by Aled Walters’ departure for Ireland.

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Countries

VIDEO: WP Women opt for slow and steady race to top

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: With South Africa's Women's Premier division set to get underway in less than a week, rugby365 sit down with Western Province Women's coach Stanley Raubenheimer to get his take on the upcoming tournament and his team's preparation.

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Countries

Scotland's Six Nations campaign just got tougher

INJURY UPDATE: Scotland suffered a huge blow with the news that captain Sione Tuipulotu has been ruled out of the upcoming Six Nations.

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European Cup

Video evidence of cheap shot on Evan Roos

WATCH as Racing 92 hooker Feleti Kaitu'u delivers a brutal cheap shot that looks set to rule Springboks Evan Roos out with a cheekbone injury.

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Perth heat to aid BlitzBoks' tournament

SEVENS SPOTLIGHT: A year ago, an excited and determined David Brits arrived in Perth with the BlitzBoks squad keen to debut for his country in the abbreviated version of the game.

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Latest News

Highlanders announce duo captains

NEWS: Timoci Tavatavanawai and Hugh Renton will lead the Highlanders in the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season.

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European Cup

No complacency for Lions ahead of Bulls derby

REACTION: Following a dominant 60-10 victory over the Dragons in the Challenge Cup, the Lions turn their attention back to their United Rugby Championship showdown against the Bulls this coming Saturday. 

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Countries

Massive blow for England's Six Nations campaign

REACTION: Jamie George limped off with a hamstring problem late in Saracens’ 24-32 Champions Cup defeat against Castres to compound a miserable week for the England hooker.

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European Cup

AUDIO: No new stars for depleted Cheetahs in SA Cup

SPOTLIGHT: The Cheetahs turn their focus to the SA Cup following a dismantling 21-68 loss to Lyon which ended their Challenge Cup knock-out hopes. 

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European Cup

Stormers' Boks in doubt for Leinster showdown 

INJURY UPDATE: The Stormers are counting the cost of their 22-31 Champions Cup loss to Racing 92 following injuries to three players of whom two are Springboks. 

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European Cup

Euro Challenge Cup gets 'Currie Cup' flavour

NEWS: After a disastrous Champions Cup campaign, the Sharks and Bulls stand a chance to redeem themselves in the European Challenge Cup.

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Australia

Wallabies legend 'excited' to join Steve Hansen's Verblitz

SPOTLIGHT: Former Wallabies skipper Michael Hooper said Monday he was "excited" about coming out of retirement to play for a Japanese team under former All Blacks coach Steve Hansen.

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European Cup

AUDIO: Revealed - the real cost of Sharks' shocker

LISTEN as Sharks coach John Plumtree reveals the latest additions to the team's alarming injury list.

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European Cup

Sale thrash Toulon to book play-off spot

MATCH REPORT: Sale Sharks thrashed Pool Four winners Toulon 33-7 at the Salford Stadium on Sunday, to secure a last-16 tie against Toulouse.

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European Cup

Edinburgh remain undefeated as Bayonne and Perpignan qualifies

SUNDAY WRAP: Edinburgh secured top spot in Pool Three following their 36-15 victory over Black Lion with Bayonne in second spot behind them having thrashed Gloucester by 55-17. 

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European Cup

Castres ends Euro drought with famous away win at Saracens

MATCH REPORT: Ambitious French club Castres Olympique scored their first away win in 12 years when they beat three-time European champions Saracens in a crunch Champions Cup match in London on Sunday.

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European Cup

Toulouse makes Euro statement against Tigers

MATCH REPORT: Defending champion Stade Toulousain made a huge statement with an 80-point rout of English giants Leicester Tigers in a Championzs Cup enxounter at Stade Ernest Wallon, in Toulouse, on Sunday.

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European Cup

RECAP: Bordeaux-Bègles v Sharks

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Champions Cup Round Four encounter between Union Bordeaux-Bègles and the Sharks at Stade Chaban-Delmas in Bordeaux.

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European Cup

Penaud show sees Bordeaux-Begles rout sloppy Sharks

MATCH REPORT: Star French wing Damian Penaud scored six tries as Bordeaux-Begles routed a very sloppy Sharks team 66-12 in a Champions Cup encounter at Stade Chaban-Delmas on Sunday.

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Boks star in JRLO as De Jager makes comeback

ROUND FIVE WRAP: Eight matches since the game resumed after the global pandemic and Verblitz are still to beat the Wild Knights in Japan Rugby League One, with Sunday's entertaining 22-38 defeat stretching the tale of woe to 16 losses from the last 17 meetings between the clubs.

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Australia

BlitzBoks to raise the bar in Perth

SPOTLIGHT: The Springbok Sevens team arrived in Perth on Sunday with a positive mindset and determined to raise the bar they have set in South Africa last month, when they won the HSBC SVNS Cape Town.

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European Cup

Lyon routs hapless Cheetahs

MATCH REPORT: The Cheetahs' honeymoon in Europe is over.

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European Cup

Stormers implode against Racing 92

MATCH REPORT: The Stormers' gamble to play an untested side against Racing 92 backfired as the hosts recorded a bonus point win - leaving the Capetonians anxiously waiting on the Sale v Toulon clash on Sunday to see if they'll qualify for the Challenge Cup.

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European Cup

Knee forces Bulls kingpin out 'for weeks'

VIDEO: Johan Goosen's knee injury woes have hampered most of his career and on Saturday he again left the field in the Bulls' Champions Cup victory over Stade Francais. 

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European Cup

Rhyno Smith boots Benetton to famous victory over Stade Rochelais

MATCH REPORT: Benetton stunned two-time Champions Cup winners Stade Rochelais 32-25 to reach the last 16 for the first time.

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European Cup

VIDEO - 'It's immeasurable': Jake White reveals the star who has grown the most

POTLIGHT: Bulls Director of Rugby Jake White described Ruan Nortje's impact on the field as "immeasurable" after his side recorded a 48-7 victory over Stade Francais in the final pool round of the Champions Cup.

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European Cup

Paris thief raids Stormers team room

NEWS: The Stormers got an unwelcome visitor to their team room in Paris this week, on the even of a crucial Champions Cup Round Four encounter with Racing 92 at the La Defense Arena.

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European Cup

'One of the best in the world': Snyman gets the plaudits...again

REACTION: Springbok lock RG Snyman received plenty of praise from his former coach Johann van Graan after Leinster recorded a 47-21 win over Bath in the Champions Cup on Saturday.

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European Cup

Quins overpower URC Champs to secure Round of 16 place

MATCH REPORT: Harlequins qualified for the knockout stages of the Champions Cup with a 24-7 victory over Glasgow Warriors.

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European Cup

RECAP: Racing v Stormers

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Champions Cup Round Four encounter between Racing 92 and the Stormers at La Defense Arena in Paris.

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European Cup

Scarlets & Ospreys into play-offs

SATURDAY WRAP: Scarlets overpowered RC Vannes for bonus-point win to secure knockout qualification, while Ospreys fought back against Section Paloise to secure home advantage in the Round of 16.

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European Cup

Snyman double helps Leinster see off Bath

MATCH REPORT: Leinster claimed a 47-21 comeback victory over Bath on Saturday to secure top spot in Pool Two ahead of the Round of 16 in the Champions Cup.

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European Cup

RECAP: Lyon Olympique Universitaire v Cheetahs

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Challenge Cup Round Four encounter between Lyon Olympique Universitaire and the Cheetahs at Matmut Stadium de Gerland.

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European Cup

RECAP: Lions v Dragons

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Challenge Cup Round Four encounter between the Lions and the Dragons at Ellis Park in Johannesburg.

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Countries

England's 'bomb squad' plan revealed

SPOTLIGHT: Steve Borthwick will demand more from his bench as he looks to transform England into a side capable of winning tight matches in the upcoming Six Nations.

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European Cup

Clermont survive Bristol fightback

MATCH REPORT: Replacement lock Thomas Ceyte crashed over for an 86th-minute try as Clermont overcame Bristol 33-26 in their Champions Cup clash.

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European Cup

Northampton edge Munster in thriller

MATCH REPORT: English wing Tom Seabrook scored a hat-trick as Northampton held on to beat Munster 34-32 on Saturday to secure a top-seed spot from Pool Three into the last 16 of the Champions Cup.

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European Cup

Lions book play-off spot with 50-point rout of Dragons

MATCH REPORT: The Lions booked their spot in the Challenge Cup play-offs with a 60-10 rout of a hapless Dragons team at Ellis Park, in Johannesburg, on Saturday.

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European Cup

Bulls bulldoze Stade Francais for Challenge Cup spot

MATCH REPORT: The Bulls recorded their first Champions Cup win of the season, beating Stade Francais 48-7 in the Round Four clash at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.

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European Cup

RECAP: Bulls v Stade Français

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Champions Cup Round Four encounter between the Bulls and Stade Français at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria..

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Countries

Bok Women give De Bruin Super Rugby nostalgia

SPOTLIGHT: The Springbok Women started their World Cup year on a positive note with a satisfactory training camp held in Stellenbosch this week, where a lot of groundwork was done.

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European Cup

Connacht's perfect campaign continues

FRIDAY WRAP: With their fourth win of the EPCR Challenge Cup pool stage, Connacht put themselves in a great position for the top ranking spot when holding off a Cardiff Rugby comeback in the Welsh capital.

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European Cup

Ulster pile misery on bleak Exeter Chiefs’ campaign

FRIDAY WRAP: With five tries in the second half, Ulster earned their first victory of the Champions Cup campaign against Exeter Chiefs.

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European Cup

All or nothing for Steyn's Cheetahs

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok icon Frans Steyn will be living vicariously through the Cheetahs on Saturday night when they attempt to punch their ticket to the EPCR Challenge Cup knock-out stages in a decisive showdown against Lyon.

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Countries

Grateful Watson content after premature end to career

SPOTLIGHT: Anthony Watson says he is content with what he has achieved in rugby after retiring from the sport on medical grounds.

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European Cup

Challenge Cup, Round Four - teams and predictions

FRIDAY PREVIEW: With the stakes high for all teams, expect fireworks in these final fixtures as teams push for the highest ranking possible to secure home knock-outs, while other scrap to continue their journeys. 

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European Cup

Challenge Cup, Round Four - teams and predictions

PREVIEW: South Africa's two hopeful teams in Europe's second tier - the Lions and Cheetahs - have one last chance to salvage something from their sorrowful seasons.

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European Cup

Champions Cup, Round Four - teams and predictions

SATURDAY & SUNDAY PREVIEW: The Bulls are effectively the odd one out on a final weekend of Champions Cup group action in which 23 of the 24 teams stand a chance of advancing to the knock-out phase.

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Countries

VIDEO: Parliament to 'scrutinise' SARU's books

WATCH as the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts and Culture, Joe McGluwa, reveals their plans for the 'way forward' in the SARU equity saga.

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Countries

SARU's candid response amid Parliament scrutiny

REACTION: The South African Rugby Union confirmed that they met on Friday to clear up any uncertainty in the wake of renewed questions from the South African Government and media. 

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European Cup

Dupont questions Champions Cup format

SPOTLIGHT: Toulouse captain Antoine Dupont said on Friday the format of the Champions Cup is difficult to understand as the six-time winners face a challenge to claim a top spot in their pool.

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European Cup

Bulls wield heavy axe

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The Bulls have made wholesale changes to the staring XV for their Champions Cup Round Four match against Stade Francais on Saturday.

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European Cup

VIDEO: 'No motivation needed, Bulls will step up' says Nortje

VIDEO: The Bulls have no lack of motivation to step up and get back to winning ways when they host Stade Francais at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday says Bok lock Ruan Nortje.

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European Cup

Bok boost for wounded Sharks

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Springbok captain Siya Kolisi once again leads the Sharks this weekend when they play their final Champions Cup pool game against Bordeaux Begles at the Stade Chaban-Delmas in France.

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European Cup

Big names missing from Stormers' line-up

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Stomers Directors of Rugby John Dobson has made several changes for the team's Champions Cup Round Four clash against Racing 92 on Saturday.

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Countries

BREAKING: England star forced to retire at 30

NEWS: Leicester Tigers and England international Anthony Watson has been forced to retire from professional rugby on medical grounds.

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Countries

Bomb squad has a very short fuse

ANALYSES: RugbyPass columnist Nick Bishop believes the Springbopks' famed Bomb Squad is coming to the end of its life cycle.

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Latest News

Teenager set for Aussie 7s debut in Perth

NEWS: Western Sydney teenager Hadley Tonga is set to make his much-anticipated debut in the third round of the HSBC SVNS series in Perth from January 24-26.

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European Cup

Bordeaux lose prop ahead of Sharks showdown due to ban

NEWS: The Union Bordeaux-Bègles prop Toma’akino Taufa has been suspended for three weeks following his red card against Exeter Chiefs in Round 3 of the Champions Cup.

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European Cup

Ulster v Exeter Chiefs - Teams and Prediction

FRIDAY PREVIEW: Exeter Chiefs head to Belfast on Friday night to take on Ulster in their final pool stage of the Champions Cup.

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European Cup

Flyhalf boost for Racing ahead of Stormers clash

INJURY UPDATE: Former England captain Owen Farrell will make his comeback from injury for Racing 92 to face the Stormers in Paris this weekend, coach Stuart Lancaster said Thursday.

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Countries

Bok Women stronger and fitter for jam-packed #RWC year

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: The Springbok Women have kicked off their preparations for a momentous year with a week-long camp in Stellenbosch.

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European Cup

Injury forces Bok to retire

NEWS: The Springbok winger Raymond Rhule is set to hang up his boots due to medical reasons.

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Countries

Another challenging task for Kwagga Smith in Japan

ROUND FIVE PREVIEW: Fresh from their first defeat of the season, it would come as no surprise to have heard that the Blue Revs had been hitting the tackle bags harder at training following last weekend’s reverse against Eagles.

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European Cup

Edinburgh shifts focus to Challenge Cup knockouts

SPOTLIGHT: Edinburgh Head Coach Sean Everitt wants his side to focus on a winning performance as his side face Black Lion in Round Four of the EPCR Challenge Cup this Sunday.

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Countries

Mitchell explains Red Roses captaincy choice

SPOTLIGHT: England have picked locks to lead their men and women in a critical year for both teams but John Mitchell views consistency and not position as the key attribute shared by the captains.

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Countries

No contract, false promises leave Rees-Zammit out in cold

NEWS: Louis Rees-Zammit and his team are meticulously 'figuring out' his next steps as details about his NFL pursuits grow hazy.

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Latest News

Davids set to join 50+ club in Perth

NEWS: Zain Davids will reach a well-deserved 50th HSBC SVNS tournament cap in Australia next weekend, after the 27-year-old was named in the Springbok Sevens squad for the HSBC SVNS at the Perth Rectangular Stadium from January 24-26.

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Latest News

Gloucester flyhalf extends Kingsholm stay

CONTRACT EXTENSION: Gloucester has announced that flyhalf Charlie Atkinson has signed a contract extension that will keep him at Kingsholm beyond this season.

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Latest News

Wallaby lock thrilled to be back with Western Force

NEWS: Jeremy Williams along with Wallabies Carlo Tizzano, Ben Donaldson, Brandon Paenga-Amosa, Dylan Pietsch, Hamish Stewart, Harry Potter and Nic White were back at Force HQ on Monday following last week’s camp in Sydney.

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Breakout All Blacks star in doubt for Chiefs

INJURY REPORT: World Rugby breakthrough player of the year Wallace Sititi is in doubt for the 2025 Super Rugby Season following a knee injury sustained on the All Blacks' end-of-year tour.

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Latest News

Reds name co-captains for 2025 Super Rugby season

NEWS: Wallabies duo Tate McDermott and Liam Wright has been named as the Reds' co-captains for the upcoming Super Rugby Pacific season.

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European Cup

VIDEO - 'It's crept into our game': Bulls fear downward spiral

SPOTLIGHT: Flyer Stedman Gans said it's time the Bulls players step up and be part of the solution as they aim to avoid a "downward spiral".

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Countries

Wales veteran backs Gatland for Six nations

SPOTLIGHT: Wales veteran George North believes head coach Warren Gatland is the right man to lead the national team despite the New Zealander leading the side to a record 12 straight Test defeats.

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European Cup

AUDIO: Sharks' sights firmly set on Round of 16

AUDIO: According to Sharks loose forward Phepsi Buthelezi, they are determined to achieve knockout qualification when they take on Bordeaux Begles at the Stade Chaban Delmas in Round Four of the Champions Cup on Sunday.

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European Cup

French club's SA-born flank suspended after positive cocaine test

NEWS: Pau loose forward Reece Hewat has been provisionally suspended after testing positive for cocaine at the end of November, the Top 14 club announced on Wednesday.

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Countries

Easterby names his first Ireland squad

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Ireland interim coach Simon Easterby has named a 36-player squad for the forthcoming s Six Nations, captained by Caelan Doris.

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Countries

France name rape accused in squad

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Hugo Auradou and Oscar Jegou, who were investigated for rape in Argentina before the case was dismissed last month, were both named in France's 42-man squad for the Six Nations.

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European Cup

VIDEO: Lions coaches give some 'tough love' after Euro implosion

WATCH as the Lions reveal the tough review they went through after yet another loss in Europe.

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Latest News

Scotland name uncapped duo for 2025 Six Nations

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Scotland Head Coach Gregor Townsend has named his squad for the 2025 Six Nations.

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Countries

Boks Office: The top candidates to fill Rassie's shoes

WATCH as the Boks Office crew reveal their candidates for the Springbok head coach role should Rassie Erasmus leave one day.

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Countries

Wallaby answers troubling Hansen's SOS

SPOTLIGHT: Former Wallabies skipper Michael Hooper is coming out of retirement to play for Japan's Verblitz after receiving a call from former All Blacks coach Steve Hansen, he said Wednesday.

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European Cup

VIDEO: Bulls settle for Europe's second tier

SPOTLIGHT: The Bulls players' frame of mind remains positive despite the demise of their Champions Cup dreams.

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European Cup

Another reason why South African teams struggle in Champions Cup

SPOTLIGHT: There has been loads of criticism lingering over South Africa's involvement in the European Champions Cup and with good reason.

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Latest News

Former SA lock 'Ligtoring' banned for three years at 38

NEWS: A former South African lock has been banned for three years after testing positive for a banned substance while playing for Newport..

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Front row duo signs new deals with Ulster

NEWS: Two experienced front rowers have signed new deals with Ulster, keeping them playing until 2027 and 2026 respectively.

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Why 'priceless' Siya is staying at Sharks

UPDATE: Springbok captain Siya Kolisi's desire to move back 'home' to Cape Town has not been met with the same enthusiasm from the Sharks.

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Wales appoint Moore as Head of Women’s Rugby

NEWS: Belinda Moore has been appointed as the Welsh Rugby Union’s new Head of Women’s rugby.

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Crusaders confirm new captain for 2025

NEWS: The Crusaders have appointed one of their most experienced players as captain for the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season.

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The Leinster statement that's a boost for Ireland

NEWS: Leinster on Tuesday issued an injury update that will have the Ireland coaches smiling.

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Why Itoje was named England captain

REACTION: England coach Steve Borthwick said having a captain who could last the whole match had been a factor in his decision to appoint Maro Itoje as skipper for the Six Nations in place of Jamie George.

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The tactic that paid off for Toulouse

SPOTLIGHT: Toulouse lock Emmanuel Meafou revealed a key tactic his side employed which successfully paid off in their 20-8 Champions Cup victory over the Sharks. 

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Young Wallabies star Hooper heads to Premiership club

TRANSFER NEWS: Exeter Chiefs have kicked off their 2025/26 season recruitment on strong footing with the signing of Wallabies loose forward Tom Hooper.

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England coach makes huge captaincy decision ahead of Six Nations

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: England head coach Steve Borthwick has revealed his squad and a new captain for the 2025 Six Nations.

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EPCR Round Four - match official appointments

NEWS: Europe's Champions Cup and Challenge Cup competitions are approaching the end of the League stages, Round Four.

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Tour torture highlights gap between SA and Europe’s best

OPINION: The Bulls, Sharks and Stormers have combined for three home defeats and zero wins in Europe in what’s shaping up as South Africa’s worst Champions Cup campaign yet.

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CONFIRMED: Stormers sign Bok scrumhalf

NEWS: The worst-kept secret is out. The Stormers have added a Springbok to their roster.

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SARU equity: Ex Unitate Vires!

UPDATE: To appropriate a Latin phrase, formerly the motto on the South African coat of arms, from unity comes strength.

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Scotland's next gen to follow Finn Russell's footsteps in South Africa

NEWS: Angus Wright, Oliver Furness and Sandy Renwick have been awarded the coveted John Macphail Rugby Scholarship for 2025, following in the footsteps of Scotland internationalists, and marking 20 years since the initiative’s inception.

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Stormers and Racing's 'inside men' potential difference makers

SPOTLIGHT: The Stormers will travel to Paris to face Racing 92 in a must-win Champions Cup clash where a familiar face will await them, but so too will it be the case for the home side.

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A few Champions Cup flames will be snuffed out

ANALYSES: There is jeopardy in every game as the pool stages in the Champions Cup reach a climax.

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Cheetah Queens reveal their leaders for the new season

NEWS: The Cheetah Queens announced the appointment of Bernice Strydom and Marlene Adams as co-captains for the upcoming Women's Premier Division competition.

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Another All Black swaps Super Rugby for Japan

TRANSFER NEWS: All Blacks fullback Shaun Stevenson has become the latest southern hemisphere player to head to Japan.

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Galthie opens up on controversial France duo ahead of Six Nations

SPOTLIGHT: France coach Fabien Galthie said that two players who were investigated for rape in Argentina before the case was dismissed can now be selected for the upcoming Six Nations.

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All the permutations as Euro pool stages conclude

ANALYSES: Top seeding, home play-offs and qualification spots are up for grabs as the Challenge Cup pool stages conclude.

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Former Scotland captain Peter Brown dies aged 83

NEWS: Former Scotland captain Peter Brown has died aged 83, with current national coach Gregor Townsend saying his exploits on the field had "gone down in legend".

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Under-pressure Gatland says he 'knows it's about results'

NEWS: Wales coach Warren Gatland said he knows "it is about performances and results" after naming a Six Nations squad he hopes will end the national side's record-breaking losing streak.

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Springboks star in thriller in Japan

ROUND FOUR WRAP: On a great weekend for Springboks playing in Japan, winger Kurt-Lee Arendse scored twice to lead Dynaboars to an upset 34-26 win over the Steelers.

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Sharks lose Bok trio ahead of big Champions Cup clash

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Sharks head coach John Plumtree has named a 26-man traveling squad for two matches abroad.

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Wales coach Gatland brings in veterans for Six Nations

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Wales coach Warren Gatland recalled the experienced trio of Josh Adams, Liam Williams and Taulupe Faletau to his squad on Monday ahead of what promises to be a make-or-break Six Nations for the veteran New Zealander.

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Dupont: 'After five minutes I was watching the clock' 

SPOTLIGHT: France and Toulouse scrumhalf Antoine Dupont admitted that he found the humid Durban conditions tough following his side's 20-8 Champions Cup victory over the Sharks at Kings Park. 

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Last minute injuries to force Gatland's hand

NEWS: Warren Gatland is pondering several key issues before naming his Six Nations squad on Monday.

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A bit of bad luck for Sharks says Plumtree

LISTEN as the Sharks head coach John Plumtree lamented his side's lack of accuracy and bad luck with injuries in their Champions Cup defeat to French giants Toulouse.

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VIDEO: Cheetahs still adapting to European officiating

VIDEO: After securing their first win in Amsterdam, the Cheetahs kept their playoff hopes alive but adapting to European officiating is still a work in progress for the men from the Free State.

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Former Cheetahs, Griquas prop murdered

NEWS: Former Free State Cheetahs and Griquas prop Piet Bester was murdered on his smallholding near Bloemfontein over the weekend.

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Reds announce powerhouse 2025 women's squad

NEWS: The Reds announced their 2025 women’s squad with quality Wallaroos recruits Eva Karpani, Layne Morgan, and Tiarah Minns plus two exciting 17-year-olds.

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Maher shines on first Bristol start

NEWS: Social media sensation Ilona Maher celebrated her first start for Bristol by scoring a spectacular try to inspire a 41-31 win against Exeter on Sunday.

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Bath beat 14-man Clermont

MATCH REPORT: Bath sealed a 40-21 win over 14-man Clermont in their Champions Cup match at The Recreation Ground on Sunday.

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Pau prove too strong for Dragons

MATCH REPORT: The Dragons' Challenge Cup hopes remain alive but slim after they were comfortably beaten 24-15 by Pau at Rodney Parade on Sunday.

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Leinster still unbeaten as they hold off La Rochelle

MATCH REPORT: Leinster kept with their winning ways as they edged La Rochelle 16-14 in their Champions Cup fixture at the Stade Marcel Deflandre on Sunday.

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Bears hold off Benetton comeback for first win

MATCH REPORT: Bristol kept their hopes of reaching the knockout stages alive after they beat Benetton 35-29 at Ashton Gate on Sunday.

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Harlequins crash and burn against Toulon

MATCH REPORT: Harlequins' hopes of making the Champions Cup knockout stage took a significant blow as Toulon moved to the top of Pool 4 with a commanding victory at Stade Mayol.

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Scrappy but vital win for Cheetahs

MATCH REPORT: The Cheetahs recorded a memorable win in the Challenge Cup in Amsterdam over Zebre Parma by 22-18 on Sunday.

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RECAP: Cheetahs v Zebre

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Challenge Cup Round Three encounter between the Cheetahs and Zebre in Amsterdam.

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White admits end of the road in Champions Cup

VIDEO: Jake White, the Bulls' Director of Rugby, believes it is the end of the road for his side in the Champions Cup.

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Castres bury haphazard Bulls

MATCH REPORT: The Bulls were overpowered by a spirited Castres side in France in their Champions Cup game on Saturday evening as they went down 10-49.

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Van Rooyen outlines 'non-negotiable' for Lions

The Lions will have to deliver a much better performance if they want to book a playoff spot in the European Challenge Cup competition.

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Montpellier's second-half show floors Lions

MATCH REPORT: Montpellier cemented their place at the top of the Challenge Cup Pool 2 with a 28-5 bonus-point win over the Lions on Saturday.

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VIDEO: The Sale 'trap' that got Stormers' Bok binned

REACTION: The Stormers may have put down a serious European marker, demolishing the highly-rated Sale Sharks 40-0, but they fell foul of a well-executed trap.

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Stormers blank error-ridden Sale 

MATCH REPORT: The Stormers thrashed Sale Sharks in front of 23,682 spectators by 40-0 to boost their Champions Cup hope at the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.

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VIDEO: 'Our day job is the URC'

WATCH as Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson cautions against excessive rejoicing after a 40-0 whitewash of the Sale Sharks.

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Challenge Cup: Van der Merwe saves Edinburgh's blushes

SATURDAY WRAP: Scotland star Duhan van der Merwe scored an all-important fourth try for Edinburgh's bonus-point win over Vannes on Saturday.

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Ulster mauled by Leicester Tigers in strong second half

MATCH REPORT: A hat-trick by Josh Bassett helped Leicester Tigers see off Ulster 38-10 to qualify for the Champions Cup knockout stage.

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RECAP: Castres Olympique v Bulls

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Champions Cup Round Three encounter between Castres Olympique and the Bulls in France.

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Munster edge past Saracens

MATCH REPORT: Munster shrugged off a poor first-half display to earn a vital win in their Champions Cup win over Saracens at Thomond Park on Saturday.

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Saints into last 16 despite defeat in thriller

MATCH REPORT: Northampton Saints secured their place in the Champions Cup knockout stage despite Stade Francais roaring back to win an exhilarating match 45-35.

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RECAP: Montpellier v Lions

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Challenge Cup Round Three encounter between Montpellier and the Lions in France.

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New low in Exeter's miserable season with record loss

MATCH REPORT: Exeter’s miserable season continued as they were left on the verge of elimination after suffering a record Champions Cup defeat as Bordeaux-Begles destroyed them 69-17 at Sandy Park.

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Toulouse down sloppy Sharks

MATCH REPORT: The defending Champions Cup holders Toulouse continued their dominance with a 20-8 victory over an error-ridden Sharks at Kings Park.

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RECAP: Sharks v Stade Toulousain

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Champions Cup Round Three encounter between the Sharks and Stade Toulousain at Kings Park in Durban.

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VIDEO: Antoine Dupont - from Kings Park 2017 to 2025

WATCH as French sensation Antoine Dupont chats to @king365ed about his return to South Africa after eight years.

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RECAP: Stormers v Sale Sharks

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Champions Cup Round Three encounter between the Stormers and Sale Sharks in Cape Town.

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John Mitchell reveals his squad for an intense World Cup year

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: England head coach John Mitchell has named a 38-player training squad for the Red Roses’ first camp of 2025.

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Gloucester Wades into play-offs

MATCH REPORT: Gloucester - beaten finalists last year - moved to the top of Pool Three of the Challenge Cup, Europe's second tier competition.

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Glasgow races in into Champions Cup last 16

REPORT: Glasgow Warriors romped to a five-try 29-19 victory over Racing 92 on Friday to reach the Champions Cup last 16, condemning the French strugglers to a fifth successive match without a victory.

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Prop boost for France ahead of Six Nations

INJURY UPDATE: France prop Jean-Baptiste Gros has returned to training with his club after being sidelined since November, Toulon coach Pierre Mignoni said on Friday.

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Playmaker boost for Italy ahead of Six Nations

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Tommaso Allan will return to Six Nations duty for Italy after missing most of his country's best-ever campaign in the competition last year, following his selection on Friday in the Azzurri squad.

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England CEO to face the music

The CEO of England's Rugby Football Union will face calls for his dismissal at a special general meeting after the upcoming Six Nations, it was announced Friday.

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Star flanker ruled out for England

INJURY UPDATE: England flanker Sam Underhill is set to miss the whole of the upcoming Six Nations after his club, Bath, announced on Friday he requires an ankle operation.

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VIDEO: Concern after Etzebeth's concussion update

WATCH as Sharks coach John Plumtree reveals the concerning reason why Springbok star Eben Etzebeth is still not available to play.

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Challenge Cup, Round Three - teams and predictions

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY PREVIEWS: It's do or die for many teams in the Challenge Cup, one of them being the Cheetahs who will host Zebre in a must-win clash - with the Lions looking to make it two from three when they face a star-studded Montpellier outfit on Saturday.

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Champions Cup, Round Three - teams and predictions

PREVIEW: Strap yourself in, it is going to be a wild ride!

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Bok Women are back in business with new coaching update

SPOTLIGHT: Former Junior Springbok Women head coach Laurian Johannes-Haupt has joined SA Rugby in a full-time capacity as Springbok Women assistant coach.

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Another bleak update on Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Springbok star Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu will not return to the field of play anytime soon after Stormers assistant coach Rito Hlungwani confirmed he had undergone surgery.

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Cheetahs roll out the big guns for Zebre

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The Cheetahs have selected their best possible side in their must-win EPCR Challenge Cup clash against Zebre on Sunday.

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No winners in the wake of Mack Hansen saga says Andy Goode

OPINION: Retired England flyhalf Andy Goode shines the spotlight on the Mack Hansen suspension and the state of the officials.

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Promising Springbok returns to Lions line-up

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Lions take on French outfit Montpellier in Round Three of the Challenge Cup at the Stade de la Mosson this Saturday.

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Triple boost for Stormers

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Stormers reveal their team to face the Sale Sharks in the Champions Cup at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.

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Bongi back; but no Eben

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Siya Kolisi will lead the Sharks in one of the most eagerly anticipated matches in recent times.

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Jake calls on Carr to drive Bulls' bus

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Seasoned campaigner Nizaam Carr returns to action to lead the Bulls when they take on French outfit Castres Olympique at the Stade Pierre-Fabre in the South of France in the third round of the Champions Cup.

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Waratahs boost their squad with powerful player

TRANSFER NEWS: The NSW Waratahs have strengthened their roster for the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific competition by signing Shute Shield Premiership-winning player Jamie Adamson.

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Wallaby Kurtley Beale gets a shot to revive career

NEWS: The Western Force have taken a punt on injured utility back Kurtley Beale as the 36-year-old attempts yet again to revive his Wallabies career.

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The unicorn in the Springbok set-up

INTERVIEW: There have been 945 men who have represented the Springboks over 133 years and Salmaan Moerat is a unicorn among them.

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Gloucester v Scarlets - Teams and prediction

FRIDAY PREVIEW: The EPCR Challenge Cup resumes this weekend with a battle between 2024 runners-up Gloucester and the Scarlets.

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"Challenge will be real' says BlitzBoks coach

NEWS: The BlitzBoks are aware of the mammoth task at hand at the HSBC SVNS in Perth following the pool draw on Thursday.

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Referee set to retire following Hansen’s stinging criticism

NEWS: Irish referee Chris Busby is set to confirm his shock decision to retire from the professional game.

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Glasgow Warriors v Racing 92 - teams and prediction

PREVIEW: Opening another spectacular weekend of European action, Racing 92's visits Glasgow Warriors in Pool Four of the Champions Cup's Round Three.

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Ireland star banned for ref rant

NEWS: Ireland and Connacht wing Mack Hansen has received a six-week ban (with three of those weeks suspended) after an independent disciplinary panel upheld a charge of misconduct against the player.

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Boks go head to head in Japan

ROUND FOUR PREVIEW: A tantalizing clash between the still-winless Sungoliath and Kubota Spears is one of the headline acts in the fourth weekend of Japan Rugby League One which kicks off this weekend, with the recent history between the two strongly favouring the latter.

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Glasgow Warriors 'genuine contenders' for Champions Cup title

SPOTLIGHT: Glasgow Warriors assistant coach Nigel Carolan says his side are 'genuine contenders' for the Champions Cup title ahead of their Round Three clash against Racing 92.

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BokBuster events for 2025 

SPOTLIGHT: Following a memorable 2024 season, @rugby365com takes a look at five key events to look out for in 2025. 

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Ex-Scotland captain sentenced for abusing wife

NEWS: Former Scotland captain Stuart Hogg has been given a community payback order after admitting that he abused his estranged wife for five years.

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England reveal captain for Six Nations and beyond

NEWS: The World Cup contenders England have confirmed Zoe Aldcroft as the Red Roses captain for 2025.

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